Are there any of you that have a job that make you sit at a desk all day? Do any of you feel that once you get home you have no time to work out? Well....I am here to tell you that I can help you out! After watching E! news....yes E! news I learned how to help you out! Ladies this is what I like to call the "Desk Workout!"
Desk Workout: Trust me...I tried this yesterday and after completing the entire workout I felt everything!
1. Hover Squats: Start out sitting in your chair. Then, use your legs to hover slightly above your chair. Make sure to dig into your heels and stick your butt out. Hold this for 3 seconds. Try to complete 15 repetitions in a row.
2. Shoulder Lifts: This is very important for desk jobs. Throughout the day we tend to hunch and this is great at fixing that and our posture. Start by taking a deep breath and lift your shoulders up and back as you do so. Make sure to suck in your stomach, hold 3 seconds and release. Do 15 reps during the day.
3. Flamingo: Stand on one leg, at your desk, making sure it is slightly bent. Raise the opposite leg behind you, bending at the knee to a 90 degree angle. Make sure shoulders are back and stomach is pulled in tight. Hold for 30 seconds and then complete on other leg. Do 15 reps throughout the day.
4. Chair Twist: Take a deep breath in and twist to the left side of your chair. (Make sure to let your breath out when you twist, don't want anyone passing out) Hold it for 30 seconds and then repeat to the right side. Complete 15 reps during your day.
5. Ab Flex: Sit up straight in your chair with shoulders back. Take a deep breath in, then release, suck in stomach, and push your belly button to the back of your stomach. Hold for 5 seconds each time and complete 15 reps in a row.
You can:
a. break up your work out and do half in the am and half in the pm
b. Complete the work out more than once in a day for even better results
Results will vary, but you will notice a difference. Remember, to change your eating habits otherwise these exercieses will be a lost cause. It will also help to relieve some of your stress. Enjoy your workout!
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Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Monday, June 27, 2011
Kid Friendly Garden
Hi All!
I decided today would be a great day to blog. Are any of you interested in creating a garden? Or have your kids been wanting to help you out in the garden? I figured out a kid friendly way to garden. It won't take a lot of money, time and it won't be messy. If you don't feel like digging a big hole in the middle of your yard this is the garden for you!
1. Buy 2-3 vegetable plants. You can find reasonable priced plants at your local hardware or grocery store. I bought mine at Home Depot. The best types of plants that are easy to grow and yummy to eat are: tomatoes, green peppers and green beans. However, the beans will climb so they need something to attach to.
2. Pick a spot to place them. I have a deck and therefore I placed my plants inside our deck. This will keep the animals away, provide good sun and a place for my bean plant to crawl on. If you don't have a deck place the planets by some flowers. The flowers will keep the animales away too.
3. Water your plants every day. Since they are potted plants they will need a little extra water. So...soak em good! If your leaves start to turn yellow that means you need to cut back on the H2O.
4. If you are not sure on any of the above or have questions just ask your local head Gardner. Each hardware store and grocery store should have a head Gardner on staff to provide you with the answers to your questions.
Growing a garden will teach your kids patients and how to take care of something. It will also get them outside and they will enjoy seeing something grow!
Remember to visit Mypersonalizedprint.com for personalized placemats for meal-time and they make great gifts! You can also follow me on Twitter @Mycreatedprint. I tweet about all things kids, family, and grandparents!
I decided today would be a great day to blog. Are any of you interested in creating a garden? Or have your kids been wanting to help you out in the garden? I figured out a kid friendly way to garden. It won't take a lot of money, time and it won't be messy. If you don't feel like digging a big hole in the middle of your yard this is the garden for you!
1. Buy 2-3 vegetable plants. You can find reasonable priced plants at your local hardware or grocery store. I bought mine at Home Depot. The best types of plants that are easy to grow and yummy to eat are: tomatoes, green peppers and green beans. However, the beans will climb so they need something to attach to.
2. Pick a spot to place them. I have a deck and therefore I placed my plants inside our deck. This will keep the animals away, provide good sun and a place for my bean plant to crawl on. If you don't have a deck place the planets by some flowers. The flowers will keep the animales away too.
3. Water your plants every day. Since they are potted plants they will need a little extra water. So...soak em good! If your leaves start to turn yellow that means you need to cut back on the H2O.
4. If you are not sure on any of the above or have questions just ask your local head Gardner. Each hardware store and grocery store should have a head Gardner on staff to provide you with the answers to your questions.
Growing a garden will teach your kids patients and how to take care of something. It will also get them outside and they will enjoy seeing something grow!
Remember to visit Mypersonalizedprint.com for personalized placemats for meal-time and they make great gifts! You can also follow me on Twitter @Mycreatedprint. I tweet about all things kids, family, and grandparents!
Friday, June 17, 2011
Destination Vegas...Family?
Happy Friday!
I lied...I decided to blog today too. I'm heading on vacation soon to...yep you guessed it VEGAS! Do you want to take a trip to Vegas soon too? I'm here to tell you that you can do it as a couple or take the kids a long. You probably think I'm crazy, right? Take the kids a long? Not at all! Below is how you do a Vegas vacation family style!
There are plenty of things to do in Vegas for the whole family and many things to do that are right outside of Vegas.
1. Hotel vs. rental house?: Some fun hotels for the kiddos would be Excalibur, Circus Circus, & New York New York. If the hotel and strip aren't for you try renting a house. Most rental houses come with your own pool (no fighting for a chair), own rooms, fun games (pool table, fooseball etc) and most come fully stocked (coolers, beach chairs, bikes).
2. Things to do in Vegas: You don't have to spend a lot of money to have fun in Vegas. Take the kids around to all of the cool hotels and explore with them. a. Go to the Mirage and see the Secret Garden and the Volcano. b. Watch the Pirate Show at the Treasure Island Hotel. c. If you want to spend a little money take the kids to see the Tournament of Kings show at the Excalibur Hotel.
3. Things to do outside of Vegas: Want to take some small day trips and explore the sites? Nevada is a beautiful state! It depends on how far you want to travel but the following are great things to go do and see. Plus....you will get to wind through the beautiful mountains!
a. The Hoover Damn
b. Red Rock Canyon
c. Rent a boat and go on Lake Mead or just take in the scenery
d. The Grand Canyon, North Rim
See...There is plenty to do in Vegas with the kids. If your not up for bringing them a long take a trip just the two of you. You can do all of the above and add some fun shows in the mix!
Remember to check out Mypersonalizedprint.com this summer for cute personalized placemats. They are the perfect gift idea!
I lied...I decided to blog today too. I'm heading on vacation soon to...yep you guessed it VEGAS! Do you want to take a trip to Vegas soon too? I'm here to tell you that you can do it as a couple or take the kids a long. You probably think I'm crazy, right? Take the kids a long? Not at all! Below is how you do a Vegas vacation family style!
There are plenty of things to do in Vegas for the whole family and many things to do that are right outside of Vegas.
1. Hotel vs. rental house?: Some fun hotels for the kiddos would be Excalibur, Circus Circus, & New York New York. If the hotel and strip aren't for you try renting a house. Most rental houses come with your own pool (no fighting for a chair), own rooms, fun games (pool table, fooseball etc) and most come fully stocked (coolers, beach chairs, bikes).
2. Things to do in Vegas: You don't have to spend a lot of money to have fun in Vegas. Take the kids around to all of the cool hotels and explore with them. a. Go to the Mirage and see the Secret Garden and the Volcano. b. Watch the Pirate Show at the Treasure Island Hotel. c. If you want to spend a little money take the kids to see the Tournament of Kings show at the Excalibur Hotel.
3. Things to do outside of Vegas: Want to take some small day trips and explore the sites? Nevada is a beautiful state! It depends on how far you want to travel but the following are great things to go do and see. Plus....you will get to wind through the beautiful mountains!
a. The Hoover Damn
b. Red Rock Canyon
c. Rent a boat and go on Lake Mead or just take in the scenery
d. The Grand Canyon, North Rim
See...There is plenty to do in Vegas with the kids. If your not up for bringing them a long take a trip just the two of you. You can do all of the above and add some fun shows in the mix!
Remember to check out Mypersonalizedprint.com this summer for cute personalized placemats. They are the perfect gift idea!
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Travel Time with the Kiddos
It's that time of the year again....Family vacation time! Family vacations can sometimes be stressful but don't have to be. If your planning a vacation in the near future try these 5 simple tips when traveling with kids. They can even work for those teenagers in your family.
1. Snacks! Always have snacks with you on trips. This will help turn the crabby kid into a happy kid. Try...fruit snacks, mini candy bars, granola bars, or trail mix.
2. Band Aids! You know the kids are always hurting themselves so it never hurts to have some extra band aids on hand.
3. Sanitary Wipes! If you don't have a bathroom around and need to clean up, a small pack of these is a good idea. Or you can use them to wipe down tables or places to sit if you are out and about.
4. Small Electronics! Down time and boredom are bound to occur during a vacation. Or, one kid is interested in something while the other kid is not. Bring the...Game Boy, Nintendo DS, DVD player or electronic card game player along.
5. Plastic Bag! It is a great idea to have these with when trekking around on a family vacation. If it has rained and you need a place to sit you can use them as a chair cover. Or, if the kiddos have stuff with them they can place it in their bag. It makes it easier for them to carry things and you don't have to lug everything around for them.
Try these 5 ideas the next time you take a family vacation. If you need an alternative, small and inexpensive vacation this summer try the following:
-Wisconsin Dells
-Michigan
-Springfield, IL
-Columbus, OH
-Nashville, TN
Enjoy your travels and don't forget to take a look around Mypersonalizedprint.com for custom and re-usable placemats.
1. Snacks! Always have snacks with you on trips. This will help turn the crabby kid into a happy kid. Try...fruit snacks, mini candy bars, granola bars, or trail mix.
2. Band Aids! You know the kids are always hurting themselves so it never hurts to have some extra band aids on hand.
3. Sanitary Wipes! If you don't have a bathroom around and need to clean up, a small pack of these is a good idea. Or you can use them to wipe down tables or places to sit if you are out and about.
4. Small Electronics! Down time and boredom are bound to occur during a vacation. Or, one kid is interested in something while the other kid is not. Bring the...Game Boy, Nintendo DS, DVD player or electronic card game player along.
5. Plastic Bag! It is a great idea to have these with when trekking around on a family vacation. If it has rained and you need a place to sit you can use them as a chair cover. Or, if the kiddos have stuff with them they can place it in their bag. It makes it easier for them to carry things and you don't have to lug everything around for them.
Try these 5 ideas the next time you take a family vacation. If you need an alternative, small and inexpensive vacation this summer try the following:
-Wisconsin Dells
-Michigan
-Springfield, IL
-Columbus, OH
-Nashville, TN
Enjoy your travels and don't forget to take a look around Mypersonalizedprint.com for custom and re-usable placemats.
Friday, June 10, 2011
It's time for Mom & Dad to have a date night!
Hi parents!
I bet you guys have been crazy with school ending and getting the kids set up for summer. How about you two take some time for yourselves to have fun and relax. I have the perfect idea for you!
Date: Comedy club and dinner!
Most towns have a local comedy club. Most have an early show around 7 and a later show around 9. Go out to dinner before or after to a restaurant you can't go to with the kids. Then, kick back, have a drink or two and laugh your heads off!
If you are in the Chicago area you can try the following comedy clubs:
1. Zanies, St. Charles IL
2. Schaumburg Comedy Club, Schaumburg IL
3. Second City, Chicago IL
But, if you aren't in the Chicago area Google will be your friend! Remember to make time for the two of you and have some fun every once in a while. It will make your hectic life seem a little less hectic.
Remember....to check out Mypersonalizedprint.com. Get the kiddos a personalized placemat to use during meal-time so the babysitter can relax a little too!
I bet you guys have been crazy with school ending and getting the kids set up for summer. How about you two take some time for yourselves to have fun and relax. I have the perfect idea for you!
Date: Comedy club and dinner!
Most towns have a local comedy club. Most have an early show around 7 and a later show around 9. Go out to dinner before or after to a restaurant you can't go to with the kids. Then, kick back, have a drink or two and laugh your heads off!
If you are in the Chicago area you can try the following comedy clubs:
1. Zanies, St. Charles IL
2. Schaumburg Comedy Club, Schaumburg IL
3. Second City, Chicago IL
But, if you aren't in the Chicago area Google will be your friend! Remember to make time for the two of you and have some fun every once in a while. It will make your hectic life seem a little less hectic.
Remember....to check out Mypersonalizedprint.com. Get the kiddos a personalized placemat to use during meal-time so the babysitter can relax a little too!
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
Whoa Baby...Is it hot or what...
I don't know about you...but us Chicagoans have been experiencing some extremely hot and HUMID weather these past few days. Don't get me wrong, I LOVE summer, but not intense heat. I'm sure there are many of you right a long with me. I have decided that I am going to help you out and give you some advice when taking the kiddos outside. You can't spend all day couped up in the house so if your going to get outside let's protect them!
When going outside remember to:
1. Bring plenty of water with you. You can never have too much.
2. Bring some healthy snacks. Any type of melon is great during the summer because it is refreshing and hydrates you at the same time.
3. Put the sun block on the kiddos before they even go outside. And, re-apply about every hour to hour and a half.
4. If your heading to the pool make sure to place a t-shirt on the kids or a hat on the smaller ones.
A fun outdoor idea would be to plug in the sprinkler and let the kids have fun and stay cool while outside. I found a cute one at Target.com for only $14.99. Or plug in the one you use to water your flowers with.
Have fun outside but remember to be safe! Don't forget to use one of our personalized and re-usable placemats when you come inside for a lunch break. Visit Mypersonalizedprint.com for more details.
When going outside remember to:
1. Bring plenty of water with you. You can never have too much.
2. Bring some healthy snacks. Any type of melon is great during the summer because it is refreshing and hydrates you at the same time.
3. Put the sun block on the kiddos before they even go outside. And, re-apply about every hour to hour and a half.
4. If your heading to the pool make sure to place a t-shirt on the kids or a hat on the smaller ones.
A fun outdoor idea would be to plug in the sprinkler and let the kids have fun and stay cool while outside. I found a cute one at Target.com for only $14.99. Or plug in the one you use to water your flowers with.
Have fun outside but remember to be safe! Don't forget to use one of our personalized and re-usable placemats when you come inside for a lunch break. Visit Mypersonalizedprint.com for more details.
Monday, June 6, 2011
Father's Day
Happy Monday everyone!
Well....It's almost time for another holiday. Man, I feel like the holiday season is never going to end. That is why I am here to help you prepare for celebrating Father's Day this year! The following are some ideas that won't break the bank but will allow the father you are celebrating kick back and enjoy his day.
Daily Activities:
1. Book a round of golf for Dad. Don't include the kiddos this time and let him hang out with the guys.
2. Give him time during the day to do something that he enjoys without the daily disruptions i.e. Work out in the yard, go fishing for a few hours, grab a beer and head out to the pool....
3. After Dad has had some time to himself it's your time to celebrate with him.
-Cook him his favorite meal
-Have the family over for a barbecue
-Take him to his favorite restaurant
Homemade gift ideas for the kids:
1. Luggage tags
2. Paper weights
3. Homemade cards
4. Note taking pad
You can check out how to make these cute gift ideas and find more ideas at Familyfun.com!
Remember to check out Mypersonalizedprint.com as well and find me on Twitter @Mycreatedprint.
Enjoy your day!
Well....It's almost time for another holiday. Man, I feel like the holiday season is never going to end. That is why I am here to help you prepare for celebrating Father's Day this year! The following are some ideas that won't break the bank but will allow the father you are celebrating kick back and enjoy his day.
Daily Activities:
1. Book a round of golf for Dad. Don't include the kiddos this time and let him hang out with the guys.
2. Give him time during the day to do something that he enjoys without the daily disruptions i.e. Work out in the yard, go fishing for a few hours, grab a beer and head out to the pool....
3. After Dad has had some time to himself it's your time to celebrate with him.
-Cook him his favorite meal
-Have the family over for a barbecue
-Take him to his favorite restaurant
Homemade gift ideas for the kids:
1. Luggage tags
2. Paper weights
3. Homemade cards
4. Note taking pad
You can check out how to make these cute gift ideas and find more ideas at Familyfun.com!
Remember to check out Mypersonalizedprint.com as well and find me on Twitter @Mycreatedprint.
Enjoy your day!
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